Job Status: Full Time/ Permanent
Vacancy Reference: VR/05405
Role Description:
We’re partnering with a dynamic and growing exhibitions business looking for a confident, proactive Sales Executive to join their SPACES division.
This isn’t just another sales desk role. You’ll be selling exhibition space and bespoke stand solutions - working closely with design, operations, and senior leadership to bring brands to life at live events across the UK.
If you thrive on proactive sales, building strong client relationships, and enjoy the energy of live events, this opportunity could be a perfect fit.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll be at the heart of driving exhibitor sales and re-bookings:
- Proactively prospecting potential exhibitors via phone, email and CRM lead lists
- Qualifying budgets, timelines and decision-makers
- Managing leads and updating CRM & Smartsheet accurately
- Handling inbound exhibitor enquiries and converting them into bookings
- Following up with previous exhibitors to secure repeat business
- Booking qualified appointments for senior team members
- Preparing and submitting stand proposals including visuals & pricing
- Working with the in-house design team on bespoke stand briefs
- Supporting contract admin, onboarding and exhibitor documentation
- Attending site build-ups and live shows when requiredDriving on-site re-bookings and identifying new sales opportunities
- Conducting post-show evaluations to improve the exhibitor journey
- You’ll also contribute to maintaining ISO and ESSA standards and ensuring Health & Safety compliance on projects.
What They Are Looking For:
We’re keen to speak with candidates who:
- Sales experience (events, media, exhibitions or B2B ideal but not essential)
- Confident making outbound calls and handling inbound enquiries
- Highly organised and comfortable using CRM systems
- Can manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong written communication skills (proposals matter!)
- Proactive, energetic and commercially aware
- Enjoys being part of a collaborative, fast-moving team
- Enjoys events industry and the excitement of show days.
If you’re ready to combine sales, creativity and live events into one exciting role - we’d love to hear from you.
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